TRAINING & HEALTH

The Science of Durability: New Study Reveals Why Strength Training Prevents the Late-Race Collapse

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Every marathoner knows the "specter" of the final 10K. It is the moment where the internal dialogue shifts from pace-setting to survival. We’ve been...
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Polarization vs. Pyramids: New Research Decodes the Perfect Training Mix for Marathon Success

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In the pursuit of a marathon PR, we often agonize over the "murky middle." We wonder if our tempo runs are fast enough or...
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The 30-Day Window: New Research Redefines “How Much is Too Much” in Marathon Training

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Every runner has heard the 10% rule: never increase your weekly mileage by more than a tenth. It is the gold standard of injury...
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7 Things That Will Make You a Faster Marathoner

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Marathon speed isn’t built on one breakthrough workout, one shoe, or one gel. It’s the cumulative result of multiple systems working together—your nervous system,...
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The Elite Blueprint: Training, Fatigue, and Longevity with Keira D’Amato

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Most runners know Keira D’Amato as the realtor-turned–American record holder. But in our recent conversation for Marathon Journal, we deliberately skipped the origin story....
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The Skilled Racer: Why Tune-Up Races Are the Key to Your Next Marathon PR

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For many marathoners, the training cycle is a solitary, 18-week monastic pursuit of mileage. We often treat the goal race as the only "real"...
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The Beginner’s Blueprint: Building Your Running “Chassis” Without Breaking Down

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In the age of smartwatches, every runner is obsessed with metrics. But for the beginner, the number that matters most isn't on a display—it’s...
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The Ultimate Boston Marathon Course Guide for First-Time Runners

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The Boston Marathon is a cherished tradition that holds a profound significance for the city and its people. If you are gearing up to...
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VO2 Max Explained: The Marathon Runner’s Guide to Lactate Threshold and Endurance Speed

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In the age of smartwatches, every runner is obsessed with metrics. The number that often dominates the conversation is VO2 Max—the supposed ultimate indicator...
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Fat Adaptation for Runners: Dr. Davitt’s Science-Backed Guide to Fueling Endurance

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When it comes to endurance running, few debates ignite more passion than the question of how to fuel. Should athletes constantly carbo-load? Is running...
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Navigating Post-Marathon Blues and Off-Season Funk: Expert Tips for Runners

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For many runners, the excitement of race day is unmatched. The weeks of marathon training, the anticipation, and the adrenaline on course create a...
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Battling the Inner Self Critic and Turning Self-Doubt into Strength

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When runners talk about what truly challenges them — the miles, the workouts, the fatigue — the conversation almost always circles back to the...
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